Courses and events

Rated 9/10 for delegate satisfaction – discover the College’s wide-ranging catalogue of courses and events, designed to celebrate your achievements, support your wellbeing, develop your clinical and professional confidence, while connecting you to our diverse community.

We offer a diverse programme spanning everything from clinical updates and deep dives to management and leadership, wellbeing and innovation. Most events are free for RCGP members, and where there is a cost, you’ll benefit from preferential rates.

Looking for something specific? Easily search by event type, topic, location or date to find the perfect fit for your learning needs.

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The RCGP 1-day SCA preparation course

This SCA preparation course is designed to help ST3s who are preparing to sit their SCA examination. The day will involve our lead facilitator showing you how to structure and manage your consultations to give you the best possible chance of success in the SCA exam.

  • Date

    30 July 2026

  • Start time

    09:00

  • Places left

    0

AKT preparation course

This one-day interactive course has been designed for those planning to take the AKT component of the MRCGP. It will assist with your exam preparation and revision for the MRCGP AKT examination, focusing on high yield and difficult curriculum topics, including the topics trainees often forget to include in their revision and help with your exam technique.

  • Date

    04 August 2026

  • Start time

    09:15

  • Places left

    59

Stirling | Shoot, Throw & Feast: Archery, Axe Throwing & BBQ Night

For the 3rd year in a row, join the 7th Stirling (Beechwood) Scout Group who are geared up for another evening of fun! Think archery, tomahawk axe throwing and a delicious BBQ with s'mores, all while connecting with local GPs.

  • Date

    05 August 2026

  • Start time

    19:00

  • Places left

    15

Online | Thrive in First5 (Cohort 6)

Thrive in First5 is a new programme designed to support Scotland-based GPs in their first five years post-qualification. Led by an experienced GP coach, it offers workshops with practical tools and techniques, short webinars throughout the year, an annual networking event, and ongoing peer support via a closed WhatsApp group. The course runs online across three half-day sessions (09:00–13:00) on Friday 7 August, Friday 21 August, and Friday 4 September 2026.

  • Date

    07 August 2026

  • Start time

    09:00

  • Places left

    1

Edinburgh | Meet and Connect with your GPST1 Community

All GPST1s and trainers in South East Scotland are invited to an informal evening of conversation, drinks, and light bites. This engaging event offers the chance to meet College representatives, learn about your local faculty, and explore the wide range of support and resources available through RCGP. ST2s and ST3s interested in connecting with their local faculty are welcome to attend.

  • Date

    19 August 2026

  • Start time

    19:00

  • Places left

    20

Glasgow | Meet and Connect with your GPST1 Community

All GPST1s and trainers in West Scotland are invited to an informal evening of conversation, drinks, and light bites. This engaging event offers the chance to meet College representatives, learn about your local faculty, and explore the wide range of support and resources available through RCGP. ST2s and ST3s interested in connecting with their local faculty are welcome to attend.

  • Date

    19 August 2026

  • Start time

    19:00

  • Places left

    17

Stirling | Meet and Connect with your GPST1 Community

All GPST1s and trainers in West Scotland are invited to an informal evening of conversation, drinks, and light bites. This engaging event offers the chance to meet College representatives, learn about your local faculty, and explore the wide range of support and resources available through RCGP. ST2s and ST3s interested in connecting with their local faculty are welcome to attend.

  • Date

    20 August 2026

  • Start time

    19:00

  • Places left

    26

Inverness | Learn and Connect Conference

Connect with fellow GPs, trainees, and students at this full-day conference, designed to bring together members and non-members from across the faculty area. Hear from inspiring speakers, take part in interactive sessions, and share ideas with colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. The day will conclude by celebrating awards and achievements within the local faculty.

  • Date

    26 August 2026

  • Start time

    09:30

  • Places left

    23

Online | Motivation and Teamwork in the Practice Team

This workshop is designed to provide you with the foundations of great teamwork and motivation in the workplace. Hosted by Val McGarrell from Prima Linea and RCGP Scotland, delivered online via Microsoft Teams.

  • Date

    27 August 2026

  • Start time

    13:30

  • Places left

    22